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Madeline Stine volunteers to work the community center station. Stine predicted Project COPE would be a powerful experience.

Learning how to COPE

Emily Osterholz, Assistant Arts&Life Editor February 22, 2016

“Fiona Reynolds, you’re going to present first, do you have your speech prepared?” The students turned their heads and shifted their eyes towards Reynolds. She was staring down at her folder on top...

Aaron Marshall playing the character Xander, Gabby Francis (Becca) preparing for a passionate kiss in the upcoming play, Years.

In the making for ‘Years’

Cole Grecco, Contributor February 18, 2016

“Years” began as just a collection of songs in senior musical theatre major Kyle Segar’s binder.“I was writing songs my whole life,” Segar said.  “I realized some of them could be strung together...

Lacey Roop performs slam poetry in the Student Union multi-purpose room. The event took place on Feb. 11.

More than a mic: Slam poetry at NKU

Kelsey Bungenstock, Engagement Editor February 17, 2016

Lacey Roop carried a messenger bag full of pages of her poems to the Student Union multipurpose room, ready to share her story on Feb. 11.Roop, known for her slam poetry performances,  has been presenting...

Once in a Lifetime is a satire that follows the journey of George, Jerry, and Mae to Hollywood in pursue of the newly invented talkies. The play premieres on Feb. 18 in NKUs Corbett Theatre.

‘Once in a Lifetime’ brings satirical comedy to NKU

Emily Osterholz, Assistant Arts and Life Editor February 16, 2016

The transition from silent film to talkies in the mid-1930s transformed the face of the American movie industry. NKU’s theatre department is bringing this pivotal moment back to life with “Once in...

Cheesy, cheesy, cheesy.

You’re like The Northerner because I’ll pick you up: Top ten cheesy pick-up lines

Staff February 12, 2016

“If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber.” --Kelsey Bungenstock, Engagement Editor “I went fishing this weekend and I caught a fish that was THIS big. (Put arm around your date now.)”--Lizzie...

Holding the future in his hand

Holding the future in his hand

Cole Grecco, Contributor February 11, 2016

While many students at NKU will be fumbling with their keys to unlock their door after a day of classes, there is one student who doesn’t have to worry about that.Garrett Frey, a senior entrepreneurship...

A group of oompa loompas from L’Oréal jumped in. The green hair and orange makeup, much to the announcer’s from Q 102 surprise, survived the water without smearing.

Polar Plunge: Cold for a cause

Mackenzie Manley, Assistant News Editor February 10, 2016

On Saturday Feb. 6, with the sun shining and the smell of bacon goetta pizza wafting in air, over 600 individuals braved the frigid temperatures for the annual Polar Plunge event.Amidst a bustling crowd...

Danny Hagedorn and Nicole Hudson Norse Up by Loch Norse lake. The couple met here and plan to marry in September.

Say yes: Tales of NKU love stories

Lizzie Kibler, Arts and Life Editor February 10, 2016

You may not have seen the fat baby flying around with heart shaped arrows, but you probably have seen the effects of that arrow hitting someone. Or maybe you've been struck by a love arrow yourself.Regardless,...

More than just a costume: The art of cosplaying

More than just a costume: The art of cosplaying

Lizzie Kibler, Arts and Life Editor February 2, 2016

From Halloween to dress-up games, people have loved the idea of becoming something other than themselves, even if only for a little while. This idea carries on through the art of cosplaying. By definition,...

Alli Zembrodt(left) and her friends gather their strength to climb the rock wall, part of the homecoming festival.

Homecoming festivities and talents

Emily Osterholz, Assistant Arts and Life Editor February 1, 2016

Upbeat, popular music flowed out of the Campus Rec Center on the night of Jan. 30 for the annual homecoming festival. Students were excited to participate in some of the new sporting activities.A mechanical...

Branden Middendorf is one of the creators of the Game Jam event. He is a former NKU student.

Cincy Global Game Jam: A chance for anyone to make a video game

Leonard Ivey, Contributor January 28, 2016

The sun sets on the valley. Its rays glisten on the still waters of a lake while insects steadily chirp amongst the foliage. You guide your horse to the shoreline so she can drink and so you both can get...

Students participate in the 2015 Homecoming helmet decorating competition. This is organized by the Activities Programming Board and the Homecoming Committee.

‘All hands on deck’ NKU’s going for the gold

Emily Osterholz, Assistant Arts and Life Editor January 28, 2016

With the events of Homecoming 2016 well underway, the Homecoming Committee and the Activities Programming Board are fighting the pressure by enlisting co-directors and taking on the job with partners.Abby...

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